Position Information

Position Title

Bachelor of Education Instructor - Continuous Appointment (Probationary)

Faculty/Instructor Profile

Faculty at Red Deer Polytechnic:

• Are passionate about teaching, learning, and student success.

• Pursue professional learning to continually enhance their practice and their discipline.

• Are recognized for their contributions to both local and global communities.

Role Description

As Red Deer Polytechnic’s future takes shape, growing our breadth of credentials (to include our own degrees) and programs, our institution has high expectations of our amazing faculty. But we do recognize that new hires may not have all the skills and experiences when applying. We want you to know that there is some flexibility to develop your talents over time. The initial focus for new faculty will be on teaching and student success with lots of opportunity for professional development, growth and collaboration. Red Deer Polytechnic (RDP) is committed to all faculty acquiring the identified Key Attributes over time.

Teaching

The faculty member combines discipline expertise with evidence based teaching to facilitate effective and varied learning experiences.

Student Success

The faculty member encourages student success in an engaging, supportive environment by being responsive to student needs and ideas.

Professional Development

The faculty member engages in the continuous pursuit of knowledge to maintain currency in their discipline and their teaching practice.

Research, Scholarly and Creative Pursuits

The faculty member has the opportunity to pursue impactful scholarly and creative activities and disseminates knowledge that advances the discipline, enhances the reputation of Red Deer Polytechnic, and improves communities.

Community Contributions

The faculty member values engagement, contributing knowledge and their own expertise to the betterment of Red Deer Polytechnic and local communities, as well as discipline-based, national, and global communities.

For More Information: Faculty Profile

Position Responsibilities

Join our collaborative team of passionate educators who are dedicated to preparing excellent teachers.

The School of Arts and Education invites applications for full-time, Continuous Appointment (Probationary) instructor in the Bachelor of Education program.

Building on your successful K-12 teaching experience, you will teach a variety of courses across the four-year degree program which includes Early Years, Middle Years, and Secondary specializations.

Applicants are encouraged to refer to the program academic planning guide and identify EDUC courses in the Bachelor of Education program they would be qualified to teach, as well as their experience at various grade levels.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor of Education with a minimum of five (5) years successful K-12 teaching experience

• Master of Education or related graduate degree

Preferred Qualifications

Combination of:

• Doctorate in Education or a related field

• Evidence of scholarly work

• Excellent pedagogy, instructional design, and assessment practices

• Foundational knowledge of curriculum, including the new Alberta curriculum framework

• Experience supporting diverse learner needs

• Understanding of Indigenous worldviews

• School-based mentorship and/or leadership experience

• Proficiency with educational technologies, including Google Workspace for Education and BrightSpace

• Excellent communication and collaboration skills

• Experience teaching adult learners, in-person and online, especially in post-secondary

Salary or Hourly?

Salary

Salary

Commensurate with education and experience

Benefits and Compensation Information

Red Deer Polytechnic offers a comprehensive benefits package including extended health and dental care through Blue Cross, access to a health spending account, pension plan, Employee & Family Assistance Program, generous vacation allotments, credit tuition waivers and opportunities for professional development funding. Additional time off due to Institution closures between Christmas and New Year general holidays.

Eligibility to access the above mentioned benefits is dependent upon the FARDP Collective Agreement and related RDP policies.

About Red Deer Polytechnic

Focused on advancing the economic and social priorities of Alberta, Red Deer

Polytechnic(RDP) provides more than 100 industry-relevant credit and non-credit programs to approximately 11,000 credit, non-credit and apprenticeship students. With modern teaching and learning spaces, and state-of-the-art research and innovation centres, RDP provides education and applied research opportunities in partnership with industry and communities.

Red Deer Polytechnic’s main campus is located on Treaty 7, Treaty 6 and Métis ancestral lands. This is where we will strive to honour and transform our relationships with one another..

Whatever brings you to Red Deer Polytechnic, we are glad you are here. And we look forward to having you as a valued member of our polytechnic community**.**

Posting Detail Information

Competition Number

2026-F-017

Faculty Employment Type

Continuous Probationary

Number of Vacancies

1.0

Desired Start Date

08/05/2026

Position End Date (if term-certain)

FTE

1.0

Hours of Work

Open Date

04/20/2026

Close Date

Open Until Filled

Yes

Note to Applicant

Red Deer Polytechnic fosters an inclusive learning and working environment where everyone can bring their full selves and share their unique talents. We are committed to being responsive to the evolving needs and expectations of our diverse community.

At RDP, we are committed to a merit-based hiring process, and we believe in an inclusive workplace that is fair, equitable, supportive, welcoming and respectful. We recognize, value, and leverage differences in identifies, abilities, background, cultures, skills, experiences, and perspectives. Our practices are guided by the principles of the Alberta Human Rights Act and support the Truth and Reconciliation Commission of Canada’s Calls to Action. If you believe you have the skills and equivalent experience and potential to contribute to this role, we encourage you to apply.

Red Deer Polytechnic will provide job applicants with accommodations in accordance with the Alberta Human Rights Code. To request an accommodation, please contact Peopleandculture@rdpolytech.ca.

Special Instructions to Applicants

Required Documents

• Resume

• Cover Letter

Optional Documents